By far the most inexperienced side in the group, Australia are embarking on just their fourth campaign, having debuted in 1974 in West Germany, where they lost to the hosts and their eastern neighbours, before a scoreless draw with Chile – who they face first on June 13th. In 2006, a “golden generation” of Socceroos made the second round before going out to eventual champions Italy. In 2010, a 4-0 defeat to Germany ultimately sent them packing in the group stages.

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Postecoglou was only appointed after the qualifiers, and immediately moved towards a more positive philosophy in his first two games . In a win over Costa Rica and a 4-3 defeat to Ecuador, in which his side actually raced into a 3-0 advantage, he opted for 4-3-3 formations.

All Star – Tim Cahill

He’s come a long way, Tim, but, at 34, he has still got it, certainly when compared to the rest of this largely inexperienced side. From Sydney FC , to Millwall, Everton and now New York Red Bulls, he has World Cup pedigree and scored twice at the finals in 2006 and once in 2010. He is Australia’s record goalscorer with 32 and will lead the line again in Brazil.

A team this inexperienced is unlikely to land enough blows on Spain, Netherlands or Chile in Group B. The injuries to Robbie Kruse and Rhys Williams will further disrupt them, as could the decision to leave the experienced veteran defender Lucas Neill behind. Fourth in the group and an early bath unfortunately.

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